security deposit
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They require a security deposit that is usually equal to the credit limit, but they are easier to obtain for people with no or poor credit.
From MarketWatch • Nov. 18, 2025
Moving expenses can depend on the size of the move, the time of year, the distance and the cost of your new rent, security deposit and other fees.
From Salon • Feb. 15, 2025
They finally found a two-bedroom apartment after meeting with the landlord and putting down an extra $500 for the security deposit.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 18, 2024
“For many renters, especially those from lower-income backgrounds, affording a security deposit entails a great deal of sacrifice,” Atty.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2024
She had money saved up for a security deposit.
From "Interpreter of Maladies" by Jhumpa Lahiri
